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| September 6th, 2024 Korea Wellness News |
Welcome to our latest blog post, where we explore the exciting developments in Korea Wellness as of September 6th, 2024.
Renowned for its innovation and holistic approach, Korea Wellness continues to set the pace in the global wellness industry.
In this post, we delve into the nation's newest AI-driven health monitoring systems, offering real-time insights that empower individuals to take charge of their well-being.
We also highlight the booming Korea Wellness tourism sector, attracting global visitors eager to experience traditional Korean practices like Hanbang and modern wellness retreats.
Furthermore, we discuss the government's increased funding for mental health services, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to wellness that includes mental, physical, and emotional health.
Join us as we uncover how Korea Wellness is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, setting a global standard.
Whether you're a wellness enthusiast, a healthcare professional, or simply curious about innovative health practices, this post provides valuable insights into the future of Korea Wellness.
Read on to discover how Korea Wellness is shaping the world of wellness today.
**A circumferential surface that combines wellness, nature, and thrills
The Wonju-designated side of the island is attracting attention as a spot where you can experience wellness and nature at the same time. The representative tourist destination, Saltsan Grand Valley, is famous for the Saltsan Chulung Bridge and the Saltsan Road, which provide both thrills and healing. The suspension bridge and promenade offer spectacular views and phytoncides, and the night view and media façade of the “Naora Show” provide an unforgettable experience for visitors. The Phytoncide Glamping Site is a comfortable place to camp in nature with a variety of facilities.
In addition, Museum Mountain, designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, is an architectural structure that harmonizes with nature and shows off its unique charm in each of the four seasons. With the slogan “Disconnection for Communication,” Mt. Museumsan offers analog relaxation and unwinding.
Cafe Rotonda on the designated side is a cafe with a large swimming pool and outdoor garden, offering visitors a place to enjoy aromatic coffee in nature. In addition, UR Culture Park offers a unique acoustic experience with its sound architecture, and Stone Creek is famous for its cliff views and artificial ice wall.
Pork Culture Park is a sixth industrial theme park that offers a variety of experiences and high-quality pork based on the Chiaksan Gold Pork brand. With a variety of facilities and experience programs that can be enjoyed with family and friends, it has become one of the representative attractions in Jijeongmyeon.
**Wellness and Gangwon Land Reorganization, Representative Lee Chul-kyu's Political Power***.
With the expansion of Gangwon Land's in-country casino operations and the expansion of gaming seats for the first time in 12 years, the political power of Representative Lee Chul-kyu of the People's Power is in the spotlight. Lee is considered to be one of the main architects of the Yun-Seok-yeol government and a pro-Yun-Seok-yeol politician, and he has strengthened his political position by being elected as the chairman of the 22nd National Assembly's Committee on Industry, Trade, and Energy (MOTIE).
Lee campaigned on improving the business environment for Gangwon Land, and is credited with having a major impact on deregulation and easing political sanctions. In addition, the 21st National Assembly extended the bill to support the development of abandoned mining areas and changed the method of calculating the Gangwon Land abandonment fund, contributing to the revitalization of the region. In the 22nd National Assembly, a bill to establish duty-free shops for Koreans is expected to come to fruition within the year.
The deregulation is in line with President Yoon Seok-yul's presidential campaign pledge to “reorganize and revitalize Gangwon Land into a family-based, four-season complex leisure tourism district,” and the Presidential Commission on Local Era has announced plans to transform the southern Gangwon region into a global tourist destination. “The Abandonment Special Act and the stable existence of Gangwon Land are essential for the rebirth of the southern Gangwon region,” said Representative Lee Chul-kyu, vowing to make this a new milestone in the development of abandoned mining areas.
**Wellness and Ancient Exercise: A Ritual to Train the Body and Spirit Together***.
The “Ancient Exercise Ritual” class, held at the Ancient Exercise Cultural Space, “House of Power” in Mapo-gu, Seoul, is a program focused on improving wellness of the body and mind. The class utilizes ancient tools such as Persian mills, shenas, and macebells to train the body, while also incorporating meditative elements.
Ancient exercises originate from ancient Persia and India and are effective for strengthening the body's muscles and cultivating the mind. The 'Persian Mill' strengthens the upper body muscles, while the 'Shena' is useful for building core muscles. The 'Macebell' exercise is used as a tool to learn the power of coordination. These exercises improve the body's sense of balance and have a meditative effect, freeing you from negative emotions.
“The rhythmic process of swinging the bat is important to develop both physical and mental well-being,” explains Joohyun Kim, co-founder of the organization. After the workout, the group bonds over samovar tea, emphasizing the sense of community.
In addition to physical wellness, ancient exercises contribute to mental tranquility and emotional stability, making them ideal for those seeking holistic health through exercise and meditation.
**Wellness and job creation: EZ&Wellness certified as Korea's best company for jobs**.
Mental healthcare specialist EZN Wellness (CEO Kang Min-jae) has been recognized for its outstanding contribution to job creation by receiving the Korea's Best Company for Jobs Certification in 2024. This certification is awarded by the Ministry of Employment and Labor to private companies that have contributed to the creation of quality jobs. EZ&Wellness has contributed to the expansion of youth employment with a high employment growth rate of over 29% annually for the past three years, with young workers accounting for 72% of the total workforce.
CEO Kang Min-jae was awarded the Industry Seal, a government award for meritorious job creation, in the category of youth employment and social contribution. The company was highly praised for its fair recruitment process and enhanced welfare systems for work-life balance. It has also created a good working environment for its employees by operating various welfare systems such as mentoring programs, staggered commuting, happy Fridays, early retirement, refreshment leave, and support for company clubs.
“We are pleased to have received the Best Employer Certification and Industrial Packaging,” said Kang, ”and we will continue to do our best to recruit new employees and create a corporate culture for work-life balance.” EZN Wellness will continue to realize wellness and job creation at the same time, and will continue to grow and contribute to society in the future.
Improving wellness and sleep: Nutrition solutions from Delightroom and Noctree Research
Delightroom (CEO Jae-myung Shin), the global morning wellness app Alami, announced today that it is offering a nutrition solution to help users with sleep and wakefulness issues. The solution will utilize Alami's sleep analysis feature to suggest customized products to users who need to improve their sleep habits.
The products will be supplied by NoctriResearch, a nutraceutical startup specializing in sleep, which received a strategic investment from Delightroom in July. The products offered to Alami users are a package of nutritional supplements aimed at reducing fatigue, increasing energy, and improving sleep quality, and include 'Energy Care' and 'Sleep Care' products. Energy Care helps users recover from daytime stress and fatigue, maintain liver health and vitality, and Sleep Care helps users relax and improve sleep quality.
**The future of wellness and garden industry: a lively discussion at the Forestry Successor Convention seminar**.
The 33rd Korean Forestry Heirs National Convention was held at Wangpicheon Cultural Center in Uljin, Gyeongbuk, from May 5 to 7, during which a seminar on customized strategies for the development of the garden industry was held. At the seminar, various opinions on the impact of the garden industry on wellness and health were discussed.
Kim Seok-moon, head of the Arboretum and Garden Policy Division of the Korea Forest Service, said, “Utilizing forest resources through gardening is an important factor in raising public interest,” and emphasized the need for legal support and policy direction. Ms. Huh Jung-jeong, President of Yeoju Forestry Association, noted the importance of resolving legal constraints in converting mountainous areas into gardens and argued for institutional support for efficient utilization of forestry resources.
Jang Hye-ju, CEO of Kuchipong Bujamokdan in Jangsu-gun, presented a new business model for the garden industry by successfully operating a landscape forestry business utilizing wood and peony. He explained that landscape forestry is also contributing to the revitalization of the local economy.
Mr. Hong Seung-hoon, CEO of Garden Inn, emphasized the importance of creating specialized healing gardens in mountainous areas and discussed ways to revitalize the garden industry. Park Young-sun, director of the Village Design Lifelong Education Center, emphasized the social value of the garden industry, saying that gardens can contribute to the well-being and health of local residents.
Ms. Lim Mi-ryeol from the DMZ Forest emphasized the importance of gardening projects in conjunction with local communities, citing the need for youth and women foresters to become new leaders in ecotourism and the garden industry.
The seminar provided a practical demonstration of the impact of the garden industry on wellness and health, as well as an opportunity to discuss various legal and industrial challenges. Ms. Jang's success story was praised as a practical example of the potential of utilizing forestry resources.
**Wellness and Jeju: Haevichi Hotel & Resort Launches 'Wellness Journey Package'
Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju has launched the Wellness Journey package to celebrate Jeju's designation as a '2024 Jeju Wellness Destination' by the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and Jeju Tourism Organization. The package celebrates the island's designation as a 'Healing and Meditation Destination' where guests can find inner peace and meditate in nature.
The 'Wellness Journey Package' includes a variety of wellness programs led by HAVICHI's leisure experts. The package includes programs such as the 'Jeju of the Day' tour, a 'Forest Trek' that takes guests on a hike through forests and hills with waves of silver mallow, and 'Sunset Yoga' with the ocean as a backdrop. There's also the Sunrise Run, a morning run along the coastal road, and the Bike Ride Program, where guests can enjoy a bike ride.
Accommodations include a one-night stay in a resort room with a panoramic view of Jeju, with additional benefits such as two healthy juices, 20 percent off food and beverage venues, and 10 percent off the spa. Guests can splash around in the outdoor pool near the beach while listening to the sound of the waves, and if you're traveling with children, the indoor and outdoor pools are free to use as a family pool.
Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju's 'Wellness Journey Package' is the perfect choice for those who want a healthy and relaxing trip to Jeju.
**MyFit with Wellness Opens 1st Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Offline Store in Korea
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical opened the first offline store of its health functional food brand 'Myfit' at Connect Hyundai in Busan on the 6th. The opening of the store commemorates the brand's 10 billion won in cumulative sales and is part of Dongkuk Pharm's strategy to expand consumer contact points.
The new offline store has a simple yet modern design, utilizing silver and steel materials to express the brand's identity of 'fill, empty, and maintain'. The store offers a wide range of products, including high-content, high-spec premium health supplements, as well as cosmetics, beauty devices, and household health products from Dongkuk Pharmaceutical.
A representative from Dongkuk Pharmaceutical's Dry Division said, “The opening of this offline store will provide consumers with the opportunity to experience MyFit products firsthand.” “We plan to introduce shop-type offline stores in department stores that are scheduled to be renewed starting with Connect Hyundai in the future.”
'MyFit' offers a wide range of health functional foods to help consumers choose the right products for their health, and will continue to expand its product lineup.
**Leel Upper House, a high-end residential complex that harmonizes wellness and forest environment
Located in Naegok-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, the high-end residential complex 'RL Upper House' is attracting attention as a wellness complex with a forest tax zone and premium facilities. The complex is designed with a total of 222 units, ranging from 3 basement floors to 3 floors above ground, with private areas ranging from 117 to 270 square meters.
'Leel Upper House' is built on a land area of about 40,000 square meters, which is rich in natural environment, and is characterized by a pleasant wellness life in the city center. Wellness is a combination of well-being, happiness, and fitness, and refers to a new view of health that encompasses not only the physical body but also mental and emotional stability.
Experts attribute the growing demand for wellness complexes to the modern trend toward a higher quality of life and the desire to live in the countryside at the same time. Especially in high-end housing, wellness complexes are becoming a new standard.
LOTTE E&C's high-end residential brand, 'L'EL Upper House', is equipped with top-notch facilities such as premium kitchen appliances Boffi, refrigerator brand fhiaba, and Italian bathroom brand GESSI. Residents will receive a special offer of 1,000 square meters on four floors, which is in talks with a global hotel and resort group, and landscape design by Jeffrey Jellicoe Award-winning landscape architect Youngsun Jung.
The area's transportation infrastructure is excellent, and development news such as Shinsegae Department Store Suseo Station is stimulating the surrounding real estate market. The pre-sale gallery and on-site observatory are open to the public by reservation, and more information can be obtained through the main number.
**2024 Beauty & Healthcare Show Reaffirms the Global Popularity of Wellness and K-Beauty
The '2024 Beauty & Healthcare Show' held at Songdo Convensia in Incheon, Korea, was successfully held for three days from August 29 to 31. The event attracted more than 9,000 visitors and generated USD 29 million in export business, a 70% year-on-year increase.
Under the theme of 'Beautiful Harmony of the Inner and Outer World', the event introduced the latest trends and new products in the beauty and healthcare industry. It was an opportunity to reaffirm the global status of K-beauty and K-healthcare, and the export consultations and various civic engagement programs were well received.
111 companies participated in the exhibition and set up 181 booths, and 26 SMEs participated in the institutional pavilions, including the Incheon Port Authority and the Incheon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation, to expand their sales at home and abroad. Special pavilions included the Aesthetics Pavilion and the 'Well MediFesta,' a special pavilion for wellness and medical tourism in Incheon, which attracted the attention of many industry stakeholders. The number of visitors was 9,152.
At the 'Global Beauty & Healthcare Export Consultation', 32 overseas buyers from 13 countries participated in the event, and the on-site export consultation amounted to approximately USD 29 million, with a 30% deal closing rate, resulting in export contracts worth USD 9 million. In addition, 221 consultations on new product development were held at the OEM/ODM consultation session, and seminars on cosmetics export strategies and vegan marketing were also successfully held.
The Makeover Show, held for the first time this year, featured relay beauty demonstrations by famous beauty artists, and the Makeover Talk Show provided technical exchanges and networking opportunities. In addition, various experience programs such as custom cosmetics making, aesthetic care procedures, and Incheon wellness experiences were held to provide visitors with a rich wellness experience.
“The exhibition reaffirmed the global status of K-beauty and healthcare,” said Jung Jae-gyun, head of the Incheon Tourism Organization, adding that Incheon will continue its efforts to strengthen its position as a center for the beauty and healthcare industries.
**Wellness beauty brand Gowon World Cosmetics participates in 'Gentlemen's Beauty Festa'
Gowon World Cosmetics has announced that its wellness beauty brand 'Be Beadrow' and healing makeup brand 'Heal Us' will participate in the 'Musin Beauty Festa IN Seongsu' in Seongsu-dong, Seoul. The event is a large-scale offline beauty pop-up hosted by Musinsa Beauty and will be held from September 6th to 8th.
Beadrow is a brand that contains active ingredients extracted from fresh ingredients such as red onions, green apples, and baobab to give skin a vivid effect, and at the event, customers will have the opportunity to experience five highly functional ampoules. Healers, a brand that provides daily healing with lightweight and comfortable makeup, will have a zone where visitors can experience the Breath Glow and Breath Cloud collections.
Various events were also organized for booth visitors. Visitors who add Hillers and Vividraw as friends on KakaoTalk Plus will receive a sample kit of 5 Hillers Mini Foundation and 5 Vividraw Ampoules, and those who participate in the color picking game will win a set of 3 Hillers Breath Glow Collection products and a Vividraw Baobab Hydro Jelly Icing Mask.
On MooShinSa Online, Healers has been selected as the representative brand for the 'Next Brand Day' and is holding its first exclusive brand promotion, offering up to 44% off the Breath Glow Foundation. Customers who spend more than 30,000 won will receive a free Breath Foundation Glow and Breath Dual Sparkle. B-Beadrow is also offering up to 68% off its products, including the new Baobab Hydro Jelly Icing Mask.
“We hope that customers will experience the wellness benefits of Bividrow and Healers products through this Shrine Beauty Festa in Holy Water, and we will provide more opportunities through various channels in the future,” said Jae-won Hwang, Duty Free Specialty Team Leader of Gowon World Cosmetics.
**JOYCE Korea selected as a '2024 Best Company for Jobs' for its wellness program**.
Zyx Korea has been selected as one of the “2024 Best Companies for Jobs” by the Ministry of Employment and Labor. The company achieved this recognition by continuously improving its employment policies and enhancing employee well-being.
By increasing the proportion of female workers and young adults, and expanding the number of workers with disabilities, ZEISS Korea is contributing to the creation of quality jobs in Korea. As of 2023, the percentage of female employees reached 39.2%, the youth employment rate reached 62.2%, and the employment rate of people with disabilities reached 87.3%. We also converted 83.3% of non-regular workers into regular employees.
To create family-friendly working conditions, we operate a variety of support programs. Annual family invitation events, tuition support, and flexible work schedules are among the programs that support work-family balance, and parental leave is freely available. We provide an environment for work-life balance by introducing flexible commuting and telecommuting, and by 2023, one-third of all employees will be working from home.
Wellness programs have also been enhanced. Zyx Korea offers a variety of wellness club activities, including comprehensive health checkups, follow-up health counseling, office massage therapy, and lunchtime yoga, to support employees' health and well-being. Mental health care is also supported through a non-face-to-face EAP mental health service program.
“This recognition is a result of our 'people-centered' management philosophy,” said Hyunseok Jung, CEO of ZEISS Korea. ‘We will continue to strive to create quality jobs and support employees’ self-development and career growth.”
**Geochang-gun to revitalize urban regeneration and tourism with wellness as the centerpiece**.
Geochang-gun, Gyeongnam, will revitalize the region by focusing on urban regeneration and wellness tourism. Geochang-gun will invest a total of 84 billion won in urban regeneration projects in the underdeveloped Gimcheon-ri area. The project was selected as the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport's '2024 Our Neighborhood Revitalization Project' and secured 5 billion won in national expenditure, and will be carried out over the next four years. Gimcheon-ri used to be the center of the Gangnam area, but today, the safety of residents is threatened by aging housing and insufficient crime prevention facilities. Through this project, old houses will be overhauled, alleyways will be repaired, and CCTV will be installed to create a comfortable and safe living environment.
In addition, Geochang-gun is holding a wellness tourism promotion in conjunction with the 'Gamaksan Flower & Star Tour'. The promotion, which will start on the 23rd, will give residents of the sister cities the opportunity to visit major tourist destinations in Geochang, including Mount Gamak and Geochang Apple Theme Park, and enjoy a two-day, one-night trip at a discounted price. Gu In-mo said the promotion will promote Geochang's charms and enhance cultural exchanges between the sister cities.
Geochang County is also launching the “Seeds of Hope” campaign for Life Sharing Week. Various activities will be held to promote the importance of organ and human tissue donation and promote donor registration, including counseling booths and social media events during the campaign.
Geochang-gun aims to develop a balanced region and improve the quality of life of residents through urban regeneration, wellness tourism, and life sharing campaigns.
**MEDICA 2024, the center of wellness innovation... Digital healthcare and cutting-edge medical devices to be exhibited**.
MEDICA 2024, taking place November 11-14 in Düsseldorf, Germany, will showcase the latest innovations in the global medical device industry. MEDICA is the world's largest medical device exhibition where global medical device companies and experts gather every year to share the latest technologies and trends. This year, more than 300 domestic medical device companies will participate, and many innovative medical devices utilizing AI and big data technologies in the field of digital healthcare will be exhibited.
MEDICA 2024 is organized into five main themes: Digital Health, Laboratory & Diagnostics, Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, Consumables, and Medical Devices & Technology. In Digital Health, the latest IT technologies such as big data, AI, and telemedicine will be on display; in Laboratory & Diagnostics, state-of-the-art equipment and analytical technologies will be introduced; and in Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Consumables, Medical Devices & Technology, the latest trends in various fields will be presented at a glance.
MEDICA 2024 will also feature several concurrent forums and conferences, such as the Innovation Forum, Health IT Forum and LABMED Forum, which will provide in-depth discussions on the latest technologies and future prospects. The MEDICA Startup Park and the Wearable Technology area are particularly noteworthy, where innovative startups and the latest wearable technologies from around the world will be showcased.
In addition, COMPAMED 2024, which will be held in conjunction with MEDICA 2024, is a global exhibition for the medical device manufacturing and parts supply industry, featuring the latest technologies in electrical and electronic components, micro technologies, and more. Korean exhibitors will be aggressively marketing their presence in the global market.
For more information on the exhibition and to purchase tickets, please visit the official websites of MEDICA and COMPAMED.
**Seongsan-eup Urban Regeneration Site Support Center Holds Workshop on Wellness and Village Travel Content Development
On September 4 and 5, Seogwipo City's Seongsan-eup Urban Regeneration Field Support Center held a two-day workshop on developing village travel content that incorporates wellness tourism at PlaceCamp Jeju and Goseong-ri Village. The workshop was part of the Goseong-ri Urban Regeneration Project and was organized to develop various village tour contents utilizing local resources.
The workshop was attended by 25 participants from collaborating companies such as Good Travel, Jeju Ole, and PlaceCamp Jeju, as well as members of the Goseong-ri Urban Regeneration Residents' Association, Ecological Explanation Company, and Seongsan-eup Urban Regeneration Site Support Center. On the first day, the participants explored resources in Goseong-ri and proposed the direction of village tours, and drew the latest trends and implications through examples of village tours in and outside of the city.
On the second day, the participants experienced the village tour program in Susan-ri, Seongsan-eup, and learned how to operate the actual village tour and the role of village interpreters.
Goseong-ri, Seongsan-eup, is being built as a coexistence and stay type work vacation village that combines wellness tourism under the vision of 'Goseong, a happy shelter and healthy workplace work vacation village'. “We hope that the ideas derived from the workshop will be developed and programmed by experts, residents, and the center together,” said an official from Goseong-ri Village, emphasizing communication and collaboration between related organizations.
**Milyang to become a representative tourist destination by attracting 15 million tourists with wellness tourism**.
Milyang, Gyeongsangnam-do, has increased its popularity as a wellness tourism and summer resort destination, attracting 15 million tourists last year. Milyang has a variety of tourist resources, including a cool ice pool, which is very popular with visitors even in the summer. Recently, the city opened the Sunshine Miryang Theme Park to create new tourism demand. The park offers wellness tours, including yoga, sports, and rural experiences, and has attracted more than 200,000 visitors in its first three months.
Milyang also created the Milyang Arirang Arts Troupe to expand its cultural infrastructure, and was selected for the 2024 Regional Representative Arts Organization Development Support Project, securing KRW 500 million in government funding. Yeongnamru has been re-designated as a national treasure, further enhancing its value as a tourism resource, and the city plans to further strengthen tourist attraction through a comprehensive maintenance plan for its surroundings.
Milyang Mayor Ahn Byung-gu is promoting various policies for tourism and regional development, with a particular focus on youth and agriculture. Milyang is positioning itself as a city where older generations provide stable jobs and a good environment for young people, and will continue to strengthen its status as a tourist city with wellness tourism and various experience programs.
**Senior housing and wellness, new cuisines that construction companies are focusing on**.
Domestic construction companies are entering the senior housing business in earnest and developing residential products that incorporate 'wellness'. As the number of elderly people increases, the senior housing market is emerging as a new food source.
Hyundai E&C is building Eunpyeong Senior Residence, a senior residence in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, and is focusing on the spending power of seniors. Daewoo E&C and HDC Hyundai Development & Construction are also specializing in senior housing, with senior-only healthcare services and silver town projects. Lotte E&C will build VL West in Magok, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, and Hanmi Global will supply Wirye Symphonia in Wirye New City, Songpa-gu.
POSCO E&C is adding smart home services to its senior housing products, while Hyundai E&C and Shinhan Financial Group are collaborating through a subsidiary dedicated to senior healthcare. Daewoo E&C plans to develop universal design for the elderly and apply it to general apartments.
By the end of 2023, there will be 9.85 million people aged 65 and older in South Korea, accounting for 19% of the total population. AI-based senior services and wellness-oriented residential products are becoming essential to meet this demographic.
**Traveling to Bali, Indonesia for wellness and cultural experiences
Bali, Indonesia, is gaining traction as a destination that offers the perfect blend of wellness and cultural experiences. The island's simple people, pristine landscapes, and unique culture set it apart from other vacation destinations.
Ubud, the center of Bali, is a world-renowned wellness destination, with spas and yoga programs that attract many tourists. The Ubud Royal Palace, market, and Monkey Forest are must-visits, where you can watch traditional performances and buy souvenirs. The monkeys in the Monkey Forest are particularly friendly, but be careful with your belongings.
Bali's ocean areas are a paradise for surfing and snorkeling, with Kuta, Canggu, and Uluwatu beaches popular with surfing enthusiasts. Snorkeling is easy enough for beginners, and there are professional operators on the islands to the north and east of Bali.
You can also take a cooking class in Bali to learn and taste local dishes such as tempeh and nasi goreng. The classes are a great way to immerse yourself in Balinese culture by making a variety of dishes using tempeh.
While there are some drawbacks to traveling to Bali, such as traffic and poor running water, it offers a unique combination of wellness and cultural experiences that many travelers love.
**The 24th Sancheong Herbal Medicine and Herbal Medicine Festival, where wellness and herbs meet, is in final preparations**.
Final preparations for the 24th Sancheng Herbal Medicine and Herb Festival have been completed. The festival, which will be held from September 27 to October 6, 2024, in Dongdongbo Gamchon, will be sloganized as 'The Mysterious Pharmacy Festa 1613' and will showcase various contents under the theme of wellness and medicinal herbs.
At the final report meeting held at the Sancheong County Office on the 6th, county officials and agencies, including Sancheong County Governor Lee Seung-hwa, attended to inspect the festival's programs and facilities. The festival has programs that can be enjoyed by young and old alike in various fields, including thematic events, exhibitions, performances, experiences, sales, and academics.
The Sancheong Herbal Medicine and Herb Festival promotes the excellence of herbal medicine and herbs, and is attracting attention as a festival linked to modern people's wellness and relaxation and the herbal medicine industry. The festival, which has been designated as an honorary culture by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, is expected to have unique contents worthy of its global reputation and programs for local people to participate in.
During the festival, the Gugulcho colony and the beautiful Dongdongbo Gam Village will offer an abundance of fun activities, and all preparations have been made for a successful event.
**Wellness meets AI, Samsung-LG innovates smart home at the Samsung Smart Home Expo
Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics showcased artificial intelligence (AI)-based smart home technologies at IFA 2024, Europe's largest consumer electronics exhibition, which kicked off today in Berlin, Germany. Samsung emphasized connectivity and innovation utilizing AI through 'Bispoke AI Life' and 'SmartSync'. The company introduced various AI technologies such as Bispoke AI Life and AI TV Zone at the 1,820-square-meter exhibition hall, and said it is realizing the era of hyper-connectedness through its SmartThings platform. Samsung Electronics also showcased new technologies including energy management and food recognition.
LG Electronics showcased the evolution of its AI home hub with LG ThinkQ On. LG ThinkQ On uses empathetic intelligence to monitor home appliances and the environment, understanding the user's context and providing personalized services. LG Electronics emphasized the differentiation of the technology by creating AI experience zones tailored to various situations, such as the elderly, children, and home parties.
These technologies emphasize wellness and relaxation, and focus on increasing the convenience and safety of the home. IFA 2024 will be attended by more than 2,200 companies from 139 countries, and Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are presenting the future of smart homes through the convergence of AI and wellness.
**Transitioning to clean energy in Taebaek with wellness***.
The city of Taebaek, Gangwon-do, held the 'Jangseong Coal Seat Closing & Access 100' commemorative event at the Jangseong Mine of Korea National Coal Corporation on June 6 to mark the end of the coal industry's long history and the transition to a clean energy industry. The event was organized to recall the historical significance of the Jangseong Mine and present a clean energy vision for Taebaek's future.
The Jangseong Mine was the backbone of Korea's coal industry, operating for 88 years since its opening in 1936. The mine, which closed in June, had supported the economy of Taebaek by producing 94 million tons of coal, nearly half of the total production of the company in its 74 years of operation.
The city of Taebaek is using the closure of the mine as an opportunity to present a new industrial vision. It is building a clean metal alcohol production facility, improving the system for utilizing pumice, a byproduct of coal mining, as an industrial material, and creating the Gotersil Core Minerals Industry-Academia-Research Innovation Technology Complex and the Wellness Anti-Aging Industry Specialized Complex. These efforts are part of a plan to transform Taebaek into a center for clean energy and wellness industries.
The 'Jangseong Coal Mine Closing & Approaching 100' is an exhibition celebrating the history and achievements of mining workers at the Jangseong Coal Mine until the 20th, and is considered a meaningful event to declare a leap into the future clean energy industry. The event is expected to be an opportunity to remember the 100-year history of the coal industry and pledge a leap forward for the next 100 years.
**Wellness and Burnout: Why Gen Z is More Vulnerable and How to Overcome it
Research shows that Gen Z is more vulnerable to burnout. The pandemic and economic uncertainty have been cited as major contributors to burnout, especially among younger workers under the age of 30. Burnout goes beyond day-to-day fatigue and is associated with feelings of helplessness, lack of motivation, and increased social media use. According to Future Forum research, burnout symptoms have skyrocketed since 2021, with more than 40% of workers in six countries experiencing it.
To overcome burnout, here are some things you can do to help
1. Recognize it's more than just fatigue: It's important to recognize that you need more than just a break, and to seek professional help if needed.
2. minimize stressors: Identify your stressors and try to reduce them by taking sick days or vacations if possible. Taking a break, even a short one, can help break stress patterns.
3. Reorganize your day: It's important to review your daily routine, cut out unnecessary time, and include enough sleep and light exercise. Make sure to clearly separate work and personal time to allow for recovery time.
4. Take a burnout break: You should take an extended break to disconnect from work and recharge your body and mind with nutrition and mindfulness activities. The difference between wellness breaks and burnout breaks is that burnout breaks focus on physical recovery and don't involve extreme detoxification.
To counteract burnout, you need to make sure you're getting enough rest and ongoing self-care. It's important to take regular breaks to regain a healthy balance in the long run.